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Slowly but surely, Johnson’s production is improving as he gets more comfortable in his new home. Thursday’s tally was the highest for the Nuggets wing since November 28, when he scored 28 points in a loss to the Spurs. Over the last two weeks, Johnson has been ranked just inside the top-150 in nine-cat formats. While playing alongside Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray results in cleaner looks for Johnson, he may also have a lower fantasy ceiling for the same reason. Hopefully, he’ll continue to close in on his Yahoo! ADP (92).

Sochan has been a non-factor in fantasy basketball, but he may have a few more minutes if he plays on Thursday. Luke Kornet (adductor) is also questionable for Thursday night, and using Sochan as a small-ball five when Victor Wembanyama is off the floor could be preferable to inserting Bismack Biyombo into the rotation. However, this is only an option if Kornet can’t play.

The Grizzlies are without Santi Aldama for Wednesday’s game, as he has been sidelined by a knee injury. However, instead of starting a center (Jock Landale) alongside Jackson, the Grizzlies are going with Konchar. He can provide rebounding production, but should not be considered a must-stream player. And Memphis will need JJJ to step up as a rebounder, something that has rarely happened this season.

Kornet is dealing with left adductor tightness, and his absence could result in Bismack Biyombo moving into the rotation. However, the Spurs could also go small when Victor Wembanyama is off the court, so there’s no need to roster Biyombo in fantasy leagues.

After totaling 95 points over three games, Sensabaugh has missed Utah’s last two due to illness. Kyle Filipowski’s playing time increased in Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, and that may happen again if Sensabaugh can’t play against the Spurs. Both players are worth rostering, as the “silly season” appears to be underway in Utah.

The Pistons are without Cade Cunningham for Wednesday’s game, as he’s out due to illness and a hip contusion. Jenkins will receive the starting nod, but there should also be a few more minutes available to Jaden Ivey. Jenkins is worth streaming in deep leagues, especially for managers seeking assist production.

George, who went off for 43 points in Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, is dealing with a strained left forearm. If he’s unable to play, the Jazz will rely more on Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton Jr. Of the two, Collier’s assist production makes him a slightly better streaming option.

Williamson is good to go despite being added to the injury report on Wednesday afternoon. He’ll take on his usual role within the Pelicans’ starting lineup.

Aldama was downgraded to doubtful earlier Wednesday afternoon, so his absence is unsurprising. Jock Landale will likely return to the starting lineup, which raises his fantasy ceiling. He’s worth streaming in that role.

Dëmin is back after sitting out Monday’s loss to the Suns, as it was Brooklyn’s second game in as many nights. Due to his return, Terance Mann will head to the bench. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Mann is not worth rostering in most leagues.

Love is back after sitting out Tuesday’s win over the Timberwolves, which was Utah’s second game in as many nights. His return will likely push Kyle Anderson out of the rotation entirely, and Kyle Filipowski’s playing time may decrease.